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SB54 XFM

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,967 mi
Last recorded113,967 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB54 XFM
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 113,967 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 113,914 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement caliper (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2017 107,003 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended tie rod arm (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended tie rod arm (2.4.F.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 107,003 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended tie rod arm (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended tie rod arm (2.4.F.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 94,381 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 94,381 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 83,912 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 75,213 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 75,213 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 65,446 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 55,437 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 55,437 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,158 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 44,158 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 32,832 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,094 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 15,685 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 14,815 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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SB54 XFM is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 73,496 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Focus C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB54 XFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB54 XFM registered?

SB54 XFM is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is SB54 XFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB54 XFM shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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